So many people have heard the term "neutropenic diet" but did you know that there are no evidenced-based studies supporting the use of the neutropenic diet? Did you know the CDC, FDA, American Cancer Society, and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics do not recommend the neutropenic diet?

Grilling season is upon us. Backyard BBQs are fun summer traditions, especially with holidays like Memorial Day, 4th of July, Father’s Day, and Labor Day around the corner. But can grilling increase your risk of cancer?

This presentation provides information to assist health care providers in identifying the role of nutrition in cancer. The presentation reviews the evidence and recommendations on nutrition in cancer prevention, treatment and recovery, and provides recommendations for nutrition interventions

We will be unveiling the brand new "Zeny's Garden" at the SECU Family House. This garden will be free for our oncology patients and caregivers. It will emphasize the importance of a plant based diet in cancer prevention and survivorship.

Listen to this 60 minute video-presentation by Oncology Registered Dietitian, Meredith Moyers, to learn more about the important role nutrition has on cancer treatment, prevention, and survivorship. Practical tips and strategies are discussed that all have the ability to implement.

Having a difficult time coming up with healthful, delicious recipes for the holiday season? Stress no more! Below is a list of wonderful recipes, websites and cookbooks that have healthy ideas for a great Thanksgiving feast or Christmas celebration. I even included a Thanksgiving Day menu you can use as a guide for your own menu.

Eating healthy doesn’t always require spending oodles of money at the whole foods market. You can eat healthy by being mindful when shopping. Using coupons at the grocery stores is a great way to save. You can also use your SNAP benefits at a majority of grocery stores and at farmer’s markets. Below are some great hints and tips for you to follow when planning a healthy menu at home and following a budget.

With fall and winter coming right around the corner a nice treat such as coffee or tea can do the trick with warming you up on a chilly day. Whether you are out running errands, at home on a Saturday morning or enjoying company, a nice cup of coffee or tea is a good accessory. These drinks are also beneficial in supplying you with extra fluids which will keep you hydrated. In this post, I will discuss what makes these drinks healthful, where you can find them, and the best way to prepare them.

Finally the below zero days of winter are behind us and we can now enjoy the nice, warm sunny days of spring and summer. Besides the change in temperature, there will soon be an abundance of produce at our local farmers’ markets.